ThatQuiz
|
Test Library
|
Take this test now
The Course in Positive Philosophy by Auguste Comte
  • 1. What term did Comte use to describe his philosophy?
A) Idealism
B) Empiricism
C) Rationalism
D) Positivism
  • 2. In Comte's hierarchy of sciences, which science is considered the most fundamental?
A) Sociology
B) Biology
C) Mathematics
D) Physics
  • 3. Comte proposed that society progresses through how many stages?
A) Four stages
B) Five stages
C) Three stages
D) Two stages
  • 4. Comte is often credited with founding which field of study?
A) Psychology
B) Sociology
C) Political Science
D) Anthropology
  • 5. The second stage in Comte's philosophy is known as what?
A) Philosophical stage
B) Metaphysical stage
C) Theoretical stage
D) Theological stage
  • 6. What was Comte's view on the role of science in society?
A) Essential for progress
B) Indifferent
C) Not important
D) Dangerous
  • 7. What is the first stage in Comte's law of three stages?
A) Metaphysical stage
B) Theological stage
C) Scientific stage
D) Positive stage
  • 8. Auguste Comte's 'Positive Philosophy' was published in which century?
A) 19th century
B) 17th century
C) 20th century
D) 18th century
Created with That Quiz — a math test site for students of all grade levels.